IT System Administrator II

CesiumAstro; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Company stock options

Retirement plans

Job summary

CesiumAstro in Melbourne, Florida is looking for an IT Systems Administrator II to manage systems and support users. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years in IT, a relevant degree, and proficiency in Windows and Linux environments.

Responsibilities include building and administering systems, user support, and maintaining IT processes. The role offers a dynamic environment focused on collaboration and development, along with a competitive benefits package including health, dental, and stock options.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years corporate IT experience.
• Experience with Windows and Linux systems administration.
• Solid troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Build, deploy, and administer Windows and Ubuntu systems.
• Support Windows and Linux machines in an Active Directory environment.
• Maintain hardware, software, and licensing inventory.

Skills

Problem-solving

Strong communication

Customer service orientation

Proficiency with Ubuntu, Windows 11, Windows Server 2019 & 2022

Networking knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems (MIS), Information Technology, or related field

Tools

VMware ESXi

Microsoft 365

SharePoint

Active Directory

Job description

Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

CesiumAstro is a developer and pioneer of out‑of‑the‑box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross‑functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands‑on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward‑thinking individuals to join our team.

We are looking to add an Information Technology (IT) Systems Administrator II to our team. In this position, you will be the face of the IT department for our Colorado office. You will interact with staff of all levels, from onboarding new hires to assisting seasoned engineers. Responsibilities include IT systems management, hardware management, user support, administration, software licensing, compliance with federal standards, and implementing IT processes and procedures. Daily responsibilities include upgrading and maintaining data management systems, selecting computer and hardware upgrades, setting up new users, maintaining local servers, and assisting users with IT tasks and issues. The ideal candidate is extremely organized, articulate, flexible, quick to grasp business needs, a team player, an excellent written and oral communicator, and eager to learn.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Build, deploy, and administer Windows and Ubuntu desktops, laptops, servers, and lab systems, including virtual machines.
• Support Windows and Linux machines in an Active Directory environment.
• Manage network and online file storage.
• Respond to issues in a timely manner via our ticketing system.
• Maintain hardware, software, and licensing inventory and baselines.
• Configure and maintain conferencing A/V setups and digital signage.
• Keep documentation up to date.
• Identify software and infrastructure needs and suggest solutions.

Job Requirements And Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in corporate information technology.
• Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems (MIS), Information Technology, or a related field.
• Extensive experience with the administration of both Windows and Linux systems.
• Good base knowledge of networking.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Solid troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Proficiency with Ubuntu, Windows 11, Windows Server 2019 & 2022, VMware ESXi, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, WSL, and Active Directory.
• Experience with automated management tools.

Preferred Experience

• Implementing government standards and requirements for IT systems (e.g. NIST 800-171, ITAR/EAR).

CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.

CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.